Microelectronic Technician 1

Location: Manhattan Beach, CA Salary: $35.00 USD Hourly - $40.00 USD Hourly Description:
Position: Microelectornic Technician

Location: Manhattan Beach, CA

Job Summary

We are seeking a Semiconductor Equipment Support Technician to support the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of semiconductor fabrication equipment within a manufacturing and research environment. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal equipment performance, minimizing downtime, and supporting production and development activities across a variety of front-end and back-end semiconductor processing tools.

The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical and technical troubleshooting skills, experience working with semiconductor manufacturing equipment, and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers, technicians, and cross-functional teams in a cleanroom environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance on semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, vacuum, pneumatic, and control system issues on fabrication tools.
• Support front-end and back-end semiconductor processing equipment, including lithography, deposition, implantation, etch, coating, development, and dicing systems.
• Partner with process engineers, researchers, and equipment owners to quickly identify and resolve equipment-related issues.
• Document maintenance activities, downtime events, repairs, and parts consumption within maintenance tracking systems.
• Assist with equipment installation, qualification, upgrades, relocation, and decommissioning activities.
• Coordinate with vendors, facilities personnel, and engineering teams to ensure successful equipment operation and support.
• Manage spare parts inventory, consumables, and critical replacement components.
• Ensure compliance with cleanroom procedures, safety requirements, equipment calibration standards, and operational best practices.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment reliability, uptime, process stability, and operational efficiency.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions for recurring equipment issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physical Sciences, or a related technical discipline.
• 2+ years of experience in equipment maintenance, manufacturing support, semiconductor operations, or a technical trade environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to interpret:
• Equipment schematics
• Technical drawings
• Maintenance manuals
• Engineering documentation
• Experience troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems.
• Familiarity with:
• Vacuum systems
• Gas delivery systems
• Semiconductor manufacturing environments
• Cleanroom protocols
• Ability to work independently while supporting multiple priorities in a dynamic production or research environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical certification, or formal training in:
• Mechatronics
• Electronics Technology
• Electrical Technology
• Industrial Maintenance
• Related technical disciplines
• Experience supporting semiconductor fabrication equipment in a manufacturing or R&D environment.
• Knowledge of both wet-process and dry-process semiconductor manufacturing tools.
• Familiarity with:
• Lithography equipment
• Etch systems
• Implant systems
• Deposition equipment
• Vacuum technology
• Experience supporting low-volume, high-mix manufacturing, prototyping, or research environments.
• Understanding of front-end and back-end semiconductor fabrication processes.
• Knowledge of safety procedures related to:
• Hazardous gases
• Chemicals
• Vacuum systems
• High-voltage equipment

Experience utilizing maintenance management or equipment tracking systems.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance are available to qualified candidates who meet eligibility requirements.
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